A minor flood warning has been issued for Queanbeyan, Shoalhaven and Molonglo Rivers.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
Heavy rain is expected to develop along the NSW South Coast during Wednesday due to the combination of a low pressure trough and an onshore airstream.
It is expected to increase and extend to the southeast of NSW during Thursday and Friday. Minor to moderate flooding is possible for Central and Southern Coastal Rivers from Wednesday into Thursday.
Catchments in the flood watch areas are already wet from recent rainfall.
People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding should act now to prepare properties for flooding:
- Stay up to date with information. Listen to flood warnings and follow the advice on how to protect yourself, family and property - see below for ways to stay informed
- Pack essential items in waterproof bag: food, water, warm clothes, medications, valuables, important documents, toys for children in case you need to leave
- Keep your pets close by, always know where they are
- Clean up yards and secure moveable objects such as trampolines, BBQs and outdoor furniture
- Check on your family, friends and neighbours and share this information
Farmers and rural property owners should watch the river and be ready to move pumps, other equipment and livestock away from rising waters.
Motorists should never driving through flood waters, which may have washed away road surfaces and could be deeper or faster-flowing than they look.
Safety is your highest priority - never drive, walk or play in flood waters.
For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.
We depend on subscription revenue to support our journalism. If you are able, please subscribe here. If you are already a subscriber, thank you for your support.
Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This is how you can access our trusted content:
- Bookmark our website
- Follow us on Twitter
- Follow us on Google News
- Make sure you are signed up for our breaking news and regular newsletters